The Week in Review (Dec. 14-18, 2009)
The Week in Review offers a snapshot of the most highly read stories of the week as seen on aftermarketNews. To access the complete stories, simply click on the highlighted links. If you missed reading one of our daily news emails, just click on the link that says “News Archives” at the bottom of the page to begin catching up on the latest industry news.
RepairPal Raises $4 Million Series A Financing
Tugboat Ventures leads round with prominent individual investors.
New Consultancy, American Aftermarket Group, Introduces Simplified Distribution Channel Designed to Increase Profits
With the AAG system, retailers order products directly from supplier members through a Web-based business-to-business portal built on the Amazon Web Services EC2 model.
Executive Interview with Ieon Chen, CEO of Equus Products Inc.
In this exclusive interview, Chen talks about the future of telematics, the economy and its influence on the DIY market as well as the company’s anticipated milestone of selling 500,000 INNOVA scan tools by the end of this month.
Executive Interview with Jim Franco, CEO of Autologue Computer Systems
In our most recent Executive Interview with Jim Franco, CEO of Autologue Computer Systems, Franco shares his take on the current crisis in the auto industry and what he sees as the many opportunities available for the industry.
Green Earth Technologies Launches Green Car Cleaning Line
The company will sell its new car wash products in the Green Earth Technologies’ 5-Pack Car Care Kit.
Green Earth Gets First International Distributor
Green Earth Technologies has announced its first co-packing and distribution agreement with an international distributor. Nano1 Limited, a New Zealand based distributor of low maintenance, environmentally friendly products and services, will facilitate both bottling and distribution of GET’s line of biodegradable car care products. The company will stock the shelves of retailers in New Zealand and Australia, including Bunnings, with GET’s entire line. Nano1 will also distribute to the Pacific Islands, South East Asia and the United Arab Emirates.
Argus Analyzers Launches Battery Bug
JAMESTOWN, RI – Argus Analyzers has unveiled the new Argus Battery Bug monitor, which uses patented new technology to alert motorists to battery and charging problems. According to the company, by monitoring the cranking ability of the battery at every start, the Battery Bug nearly eliminates these “surprise” dead batteries and greatly reduces a motorist’s
U.S. Auto Parts Network Ranked 81st Among Internet Retailer Magazine’s Top 100
U.S. Auto Parts Network has been ranked 81st in Internet Retailer magazine’s annual Top 500 list of the largest online retailers. This marks a significant increase from last year’s list in which U.S. Auto Parts was ranked 166th. The company also ranked fifth in the "Specialty/Non-Apparel" category, jumping from 16th last year.
2007 Aftermarket eForum Offers Informative Educational Track Sessions; Early-Bird Registration Deadline Extended
Three in-depth educational track sessions on hot industry issues will be offered during the first day of the 2007 Aftermarket eForum, July 16-18 at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare in Chicago. All three sessions will run concurrently from 1 to 4:30 p.m. on Monday, July 16. In addition, the early-bird registration deadline for the 2007 Aftermarket eForum has been extended to June 15.